Principle of working of

Kaplan turbine
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Sainath Reddy Gangidi
Aero “B” Section
overview
• Introduction to Kaplan Turbine
• Working Principle of Kaplan Turbine
• Design of Kaplan Turbine Blades
• Hydraulic Control System of Kaplan Turbine
• Advantages of Kaplan Turbine
• Applications of Kaplan Turbine
introduction
The Kaplan turbine is a type of water turbine that is widely used in
hydroelectric power plants for generating electricity.
It was invented by the Austrian engineer Viktor Kaplan in the early
20th century and is named after him.
They are particularly well-suited for low-head installations, where the
water flow is slow and the head pressure is low.
Working Principle of Kaplan Turbine

The working principle of a Kaplan turbine is based on the conversion

of the kinetic energy of water into mechanical energy, which is then
converted into electrical energy.
The turbine consists of a rotor with curved blades that are designed to
capture the kinetic energy of the water as it flows through the turbine.
Design of Kaplan Turbine Blades

The design of the Kaplan turbine blades is critical to the efficiency of

the turbine.
 The blades are curved in such a way that they can capture the
maximum amount of kinetic energy from the flowing water.
The angle of the blades can be adjusted to optimize the performance
of the turbine under different flow conditions.
Hydraulic Control System of Kaplan
Turbine
The hydraulic control system of a Kaplan turbine is used to regulate
the flow of water through the turbine and maintain its efficiency.
It consists of a series of gates and valves that control the flow of water
into and out of the turbine, as well as the angle of the blades.
Advantages of Kaplan Turbine

The Kaplan turbine has several advantages over other types of water
turbines.
 It is highly efficient and can operate over a wide range of flow rates
and head pressures.
It is also compact and can be installed in locations where space is
limited, making it ideal for small hydroelectric power plants.
Applications of Kaplan Turbine

Kaplan turbines are used in a variety of applications, including

hydroelectric power generation, irrigation systems, and water
treatment plants.
They are particularly well-suited for low-head installations, where the
water flow is slow and the head pressure is low.
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